1996 Dodge Avenger vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Avenger. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Avenger.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Avenger. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Avenger. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1996 Dodge Avenger has manual transmission. 1996 Dodge Avenger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Avenger | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Avenger | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
